How To Fix FINB_GN035 - Blueprint &1 is already being executed by &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_GN - Messages from the Generator

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Blueprint &1 is already being executed by &4

What causes this issue?

Blueprint &V1& for configuration object &V2& with configuration key
&V3& is currently locked by user &V4&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact user &V4& and repeat the transaction.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_GN035 - Blueprint &1 is already being executed by &4 ?

  The SAP error message FINB_GN035 indicates that a specific blueprint (identified by &1) is already being executed by another user or process (identified by &4). This typically occurs in the context of financial planning or budgeting processes within SAP, particularly when using the SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Execution: The blueprint is being executed by another user or session, which prevents multiple instances from running simultaneously.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to ensure data integrity. If a blueprint is already in execution, it locks the process to avoid conflicts.
  Long-Running Processes: If the blueprint takes a long time to execute, it may appear as if it is still running, even if the user has navigated away from the session.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the blueprint is being executed by another user, wait for that process to complete and then try executing the blueprint again.
  Check Active Sessions: Use transaction codes like SM66 (Global Work Process Overview) or SM50 (Work Process Overview) to check if the blueprint is still running and identify the user executing it.
  Terminate the Process: If you have the necessary authorizations and determine that the process is stuck or should not be running, you can terminate it. Be cautious with this approach, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  Communicate with Users: If multiple users are involved, communicate with them to coordinate the execution of the blueprint to avoid conflicts.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or system logs for any additional information that might indicate why the blueprint is still running or if there are any errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for background jobs related to the blueprint.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to execute the blueprint and that they are aware of the locking behavior.
  System Performance: Monitor system performance and resource usage, as high load can lead to longer execution times for processes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific module you are using for additional troubleshooting steps or best practices.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.